Diplomacy
China's movable platform remains in Panatag Shoal, sparking military base fears
The Philippine Coast Guard confirmed that a Chinese movable floating platform remains within Panatag Shoal (Scarborough Shoal), raising concerns that Beijing may be planning to establish another military base within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone.
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